Cleeves Riverside Quarter is a landmark 10-acre site on the northern bank of the River Shannon, seamlessly connected to Limerick’s emerging city centre. Spanning both sides of the North Circular Road and O’Callaghan Strand, the site comprises several distinct character areas, including the historic Cleeves factory, the Shipyard site, and the Salesian’s site

With a rich industrial heritage dating back to the mid-19th century, the site retains many of its original features, most notably the iconic red brick chimney that continues to define the Limerick skyline.

Designated as City Centre zoning under the Limerick Development Plan 2022–2028, the vision for Cleeves Riverside Quarter is a vibrant mixed-use destination. It will feature residential, commercial, office, and educational spaces, alongside cultural amenities and a dynamic public realm. Through thoughtful and creative planning, the site is poised to become one of the most exciting and talked-about developments in the Mid-West and across Ireland. 

A major milestone was reached with the allocation of €35 million from the Urban Regeneration Development Fund (URDF), underscoring the project’s significance at local, regional, and national levels.

Project Objectives:

• Deliver a world-class mixed-use development including residential, commercial, cultural, community, and educational spaces.
• Revitalise the area with a strategic city centre proposal./span>
• Stimulate the local economy through job creation and new attractions.
• Encourage new business investment.
• Preserve and integrate the site’s historic buildings and industrial heritage.
• Create a public realm that connects with the city core and the River Shannon.
• Implement high-quality urban design.
• Develop sustainable and innovative solutions that reflect the site’s central urban location.